Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
We have an opportunity to recruit a Clinical Support Secretary with the Planned Care, Allied Health and Clinical Support Services directorate at East Cheshire NHS Trust.
The responsibilities of the role would be to provide secretarial support to the Nursing & Pharmacy management team. This will require meeting facilitation, diary management and other administration duties.
You must have excellent organisational skills, be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. You should be able to remain calm in a high pressured situation and have the ability to prioritise tasks whilst having an eye for detail. You should have a good standard of education, sound IT knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office packages is essential.
Hours per week: 37.5
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Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the Nursing & Pharmacy Management Team team working in support of the whole Directorate management team of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA level I/II or equivalent
- Good general education including English to "O" level / CSE / GCSE
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ in Administration
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office package
- Good computer skills
- Good organisational skills with experience of developing systems
- Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise effectively
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage large volumes of work with very fast turnaround
- Ability to work in a demanding, pressured environment
- Demonstrate composure and positive attitude under pressure
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a busy office environment
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience of producing meeting minutes
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Team worker
- Flexible approach
- Proactive
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA level I/II or equivalent
- Good general education including English to "O" level / CSE / GCSE
Desirable
- Working towards NVQ in Administration
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office package
- Good computer skills
- Good organisational skills with experience of developing systems
- Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise effectively
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage large volumes of work with very fast turnaround
- Ability to work in a demanding, pressured environment
- Demonstrate composure and positive attitude under pressure
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a busy office environment
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience of producing meeting minutes
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Team worker
- Flexible approach
- Proactive
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
